You're looking for a youth pastor. Again.What goes wrong? Why do youth ministries crumble? And what is the cost to students, parents, volunteers and church staff?Is a sustainable youth ministry possible, even after a youth pastor leaves?Youth ministry expert Mark DeVries knows the answer is yes, because he helps build sustainable youth ministries through… Read more…
This book will open your eyes to the needs, frustrations, dreams, and potential of your church’s greatest resource—the 60 percent of its members who provide far more than 60 percent of what keeps it going. The women of your church think the world of you, pastor. But they deeply wish you understood a few things about them that can make an enormous differe… Read more…
Helps Christian leaders understand how to provide effective leadership by highlighting five qualities that characterized the leadership style of Jesus.Bill Robinson presents convincing arguments that when leaders emulate these qualities, they will inspire and empower the people they have been called to lead. Reflection and discussion questions and asses… Read more…
"In an age where teenagers are deeply engaged in virtual communities and social networks, they’re still feeling alone and isolated. It may sound all too simple, but the truth is that you have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of students with the simple act of spending time with them, one-on-one. Whether you’re a volunteer or the lea… Read more…
In these pages you will find a vision of preaching that is both illuminating and inspiring. Drawing from biblical and theological resources as well as years in the pulpit, Darrell Johnson takes us far beyond the mere mechanics of delivering sermons. He dynamically unpacks the link between the human task of speaking to a congregation and the real, gracious ac… Read more…
Ken Boa hits the mark. You don't have to look very far today to come across "popular" ideas of leadership that try hard to mimic biblical principles. The problem is that's all they do... mimic. Boa propels leadership a giant step forward with the revelation of the ultimate Christian leadership model.Boa rejects the compromises found in much of today&… Read more…
What's true spirituality? How do you get it? In today's culture we tend to customize our spirituality to fit our own needs. We create God in our own image rather than the other way around. In this r12 series, learn how you can give God what He wants the most. Based on timeless truths found in Romans 12, Chip journeys back to the Old Testament to lear… Read more…
Life is hard and we struggle with these hard times. We have difficulties with money, relationships, jobs and just living in a broken world. These difficulties offer opportunities to overcome and make an impact for God. Join Chip as he reveals, from First Peter, how God uses suffering for His glory and we are called to be holy in spite of circumstances.… Read more…
Satan is a strategic foe. His darts and doubts are designed to undermine the power of truth. He knows the importance of destroying the integrity and well-being of spiritual leaders in order to decimate the church of Jesus Christ. Pastors and church leaders need to learn about how to prepare for and protect themselves so they can… Read more…
"Walk into any middle school youth group and you’ll hear the same thing—herds of students talking! But when you’re tired of hearing them talk about things that make your head hurt (you know, the latest video game or their favorite song!), give them something worth talking about!The best-selling TalkSheets series just keeps going… In Still More TalkSh… Read more…
You loved Would You Rather…?and asked for more. Inthe tradition of the Quick Questions line, More WouldYou Rather…?offers another 465 provocative questionsthat will get your students laughing, debating, and thinking(and they’ll learn a ton about each other in theprocess). Get ready for more fun as you ask:Would you rather…• Live without your thumb … Read more…
Church conflict doesn't have to be an enemy that tears a congregation apart. By learning how to handle it wisely, pastors and church leaders can make resistance one of their most valuable allies. Far from fearing conflict, leaders can turn it into a catalyst for positive change and a stronger, more united church.Through the fictional story of a typical p… Read more…